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Exam Date: August 17, 2025
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially announced the recruitment notification for the Combined Hindi Translators Examination (JHT) 2025, inviting applications for a total of 437 posts. This examination is a prestigious opportunity for candidates with a strong command of both Hindi and English languages, aiming to secure government jobs in translation and linguistic services. Through this exam, SSC seeks to recruit qualified individuals for the roles of Junior Hindi Translator (JHT), Junior Translator (JT), Senior Hindi Translator (SHT), and Senior Translator (ST) across a wide range of Ministries, Government Departments, and Central Government Organizations.
The recruitment is part of the central government’s effort to enhance multilingual communication within its administrative and policy framework. These roles are critical in ensuring accurate and context-appropriate translation of documents, correspondence, legal texts, reports, and official records from Hindi to English and vice versa. It is especially relevant in ministries such as Defence, External Affairs, Finance, and Parliamentary Affairs, where clear bilingual documentation is essential.
This recruitment not only offers a stable government job but also provides a rewarding career path in the field of official translation services, where language expertise meets administrative duties. Candidates selected for these positions play a key role in facilitating smooth communication within the multilingual governance structure of India.
The exam will be conducted in two stages—Paper-I (Computer-Based Test) and Paper-II (Descriptive Paper)—to thoroughly assess the candidate’s language skills, translation accuracy, grammar, and essay writing capabilities. The competition level is expected to be high, as the posts are well-compensated, provide excellent career security, and involve intellectually enriching work environments.
Candidates holding a Master’s degree in Hindi or English, or in any subject with Hindi and English as compulsory or elective subjects, are eligible to apply. Additional qualifications such as a diploma or certificate in translation or work experience in translation services will be advantageous, especially for higher-level posts like Senior Hindi Translator.
With 437 vacancies available, this is one of the most significant translation-related recruitments by SSC in recent years. Aspiring applicants are encouraged to stay updated with the official SSC website, begin their preparations early, and take advantage of online study resources, mock tests, and previous year question papers to enhance their performance.
How to Prepare
1. Understand the Exam Structure & Syllabus
Paper I (Objective, 200 marks)
General Hindi: grammar, vocabulary, comprehension
General English: grammar, vocabulary, error spotting, comprehension
Duration: 2 hours, with a 0.25 penalty per wrong answer
Paper II (Descriptive, 200 marks)
One essay in Hindi, one in English
Translation: Hindi → English and English → Hindi
2. Create a Smart Study Plan
3-month plan:
Month 1 – Build grammar foundations & vocabulary.
Month 2 – Intensify with mock tests and past papers.
Month 3 – Focus on weaker areas, practice translation and essay writing rigorously ([practicemock.com][6], [anandamtutorials.com][1]).
3. Strengthen Grammar & Vocabulary
Reinforce Hindi grammar: samas, sandhi, sentence structure.
Focus on English grammar: tenses, error detection, sentence improvement, active/passive, direct/indirect speech ([competition.careers360.com][7], [anandamtutorials.com][3]).
Build word bank daily: synonyms, antonyms, idioms, proverbs.
Read Hindi & English editorials for comprehension familiarity.
4. Master Translation & Essay Writing
Translate varied passages daily (10–15 lines).
Practice essays in both languages on current affairs, culture, policy—structure them with clear intros, bodies, and conclusions ([competition.careers360.com][7], [testbook.com][8]).
Analyze past JHT answer keys to align translation tone/style.
5. Prioritize Mock Tests & Previous Year Papers
Take weekly full mocks to emulate real test conditions ([anandamtutorials.com][1]).
Solve past 5–10 years of question papers to uncover trends and familiar patterns ([practicemock.com][6]).
Review errors thoroughly: mark weak topics and revise frequently.
6. Enhance Time Management & Strategy
Allocate more time to your stronger language section for improved scoring.
During tests, skip time-consuming questions, attempt easier ones first, and review unanswered items ([anandamtutorials.com][3]).
7. Develop Revision & Note-Making Systems
Maintain a notebooks:
Grammar rules and tricky concepts
Word lists by theme (business, culture, environment)
Sample sentences & translations for quick practice
Weekly revisions to reinforce memory.
8. Join Peer Groups & Forums
Discuss doubts, share insights with fellow aspirants in study groups.
Exchange translation exercise feedback and writing critiques.
9. Stay Informed & Motivated
Track SSC JHT updates, vacancy announcements, and exam dates from official SSC channels ([anandamtutorials.com][3], [testbook.com][9]).
Keep morale high by setting small milestones and rewarding consistency.
Study Material:
Lucent's General Hindi
R.S. Aggarwal's Objective General English
Kiran's SSC JHT Previous Year Papers
Video Lectures:
Gradeup SSC JHT Video Lectures
Unacademy SSC JHT Courses
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Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
For Junior Hindi Translator (JHT) and Junior Translator (JT):
Master’s degree in Hindi or English with the other language as a compulsory or elective subject at the degree level.
Master’s degree in any subject with Hindi and English as compulsory or elective subjects at the degree level.
Master’s degree in any subject with Hindi medium and English as a compulsory or elective subject at the degree level.
Master’s degree in any subject with English medium and Hindi as a compulsory or elective subject at the degree level.
Additionally, candidates should possess a recognized Diploma or Certificate course in translation from Hindi to English and vice versa, or have two years of experience in translation work from Hindi to English and vice versa in Central or State Government Offices, including Government of India Undertakings.
For Senior Hindi Translator (SHT) and Senior Translator (ST):
Master’s degree in Hindi or English with the other language as a compulsory or elective subject at the degree level.
Master’s degree in any subject with Hindi and English as compulsory or elective subjects at the degree level.
Master’s degree in any subject with Hindi medium and English as a compulsory or elective subject at the degree level.
Master’s degree in any subject with English medium and Hindi as a compulsory or elective subject at the degree level.
Additionally, candidates should possess a recognized Diploma or Certificate course in translation from Hindi to English and vice versa, or have three years of experience in translation work from Hindi to English and vice versa in Central or State Government Offices, including Government of India Undertakings.
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 30 years
Age relaxations are applicable as per government norms for reserved categories.
📝 Selection Process
The selection process for the SSC JHT 2025 consists of two stages:
Tier-I: Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination)
Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Duration: 2 hours
Sections:
General Hindi: 100 questions, 100 marks
General English: 100 questions, 100 marks
Total Marks: 200 marks
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer
Tier-II: Paper-II (Descriptive Paper)
Mode: Pen and Paper Mode
Duration: 2 hours
Sections:
Translation and Essay Writing:
One passage for translation from Hindi to English
One passage for translation from English to Hindi
One essay in HindiOne essay in English
Total Marks: 200 marks
Note: Paper-II is only for candidates who qualify in Paper-I.
Syllabus Overview
Paper-I: Computer-Based Examination
General Hindi:
Vocabulary
Grammar
Sentence Structure
Synonyms and Antonyms
Idioms and Phrases
Comprehension
General English:
Vocabulary
Grammar
Sentence Structure
Synonyms and Antonyms
Idioms and Phrases
Comprehension
Paper-II: Descriptive Paper
Translation Section:
Translation of a passage from Hindi to English
Translation of a passage from English to Hindi
Essay Writing Section:
Essay in Hindi on a given topic
Essay in English on a given topic
Note: The objective is to assess the candidate's translation skills and their ability to write as well as comprehend the two languages correctly.
Salary and Benefits
Pay Scale: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 (Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix)
Grade Pay: ₹4,200
Additional Benefits:
Dearness Allowance (DA)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
Medical Allowance
Other allowances as per government
Note: The in-hand salary may vary depending on the location of posting and other factors.
Important Dates:
Notification Release Date: 26th August 2025
Online Application Start Date: 26th August 2025
Online Application End Date: 18th September 2025
Tier-I (Paper-I) Exam Date: 12th October 2025
Tier-II (Paper-II) Exam Date: To be announced
Essential Links Official SSC Website: https://ssc.nic.in Application Portal: https://ssc.gov.in
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Junior Hindi Translator (JHT), Junior Translator (JT), Senior Hindi Translator (SHT), and Senior Translator (ST) exam to recruit eligible candidates for translation and Hindi language roles in various Central Government Ministries, Departments, and Organizations.
Educational Qualification: Master’s degree in Hindi with English (or vice versa) as a compulsory or elective subject
Desirable: Diploma or certificate course in translation from Hindi to English and vice versa
Age Limit: 18 to 30 years as of the closing date (age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen)
The selection process includes:
Paper I: Computer-Based Test (Objective Type – General Hindi and General English)
Paper II: Descriptive Test (Translation and Essay)
Candidates who clear both papers are shortlisted for document verification.
• Paper I: 200 marks (100 marks each for General Hindi and General English) – Duration: 2 hours
• Paper II: 200 marks (Translation and Essay – descriptive) – Duration: 2 hours
There is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in Paper I.
Candidates must apply online via the official SSC website:
👉 https://ssc.gov.in
They must complete the registration, fill the application form, upload documents, and pay the required fee before the deadline.
